Savior (1998)

“Savior” is a 1998 war drama film directed by Predrag Antonijević and starring Dennis Quaid, Nastassja Kinski, and Stellan Skarsgård. The film follows a hardened American mercenary named Joshua Rose (Dennis Quaid), who becomes embroiled in the Yugoslav Wars of the 1990s. While fighting for the Bosnian Serbs, Rose rescues a young boy named Filip (Nenad Jezdic) from a massacre and takes him under his wing, leading to a crisis of conscience and a desperate attempt to save the child.

Review:

“Savior” is a powerful and deeply affecting film that deals with the atrocities of war and the struggle of a man to find redemption in the midst of chaos. Dennis Quaid delivers a stunning performance as the troubled mercenary, while Nenad Jezdic is equally impressive as the traumatized young boy. The film is unflinching in its depiction of violence and suffering, but it never feels gratuitous or exploitative. Instead, it is a thoughtful and thought-provoking examination of the human cost of war.

Awards:

Despite critical acclaim, “Savior” did not receive any major awards or nominations. However, Dennis Quaid‘s performance was widely praised and won the Best Actor award at the 1998 Tokyo International Film Festival.

Popularity:

“Savior” was not a commercial success upon its release, but it has since gained a cult following and is considered a hidden gem by many film enthusiasts. It has a 7.3/10 rating on IMDb and a 73% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film’s honest portrayal of the brutal realities of war has resonated with audiences, and it continues to be a relevant and poignant work of cinema.